After judgment, renewal, and obedience, A Covenant Remembered, God established a covenant—not just with Noah, but with all living creation. Genesis 9:12–17 reveals a promise rooted in mercy, reminding humanity that God’s faithfulness endures across generations.
📖 “I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures on the earth.” (Genesis 9:15–16, NIV)
The rainbow was not a symbol for humanity to remember God—it was a sign God gave Himself. The covenant rested on God’s faithfulness, not human obedience.
This promise reassured a world marked by judgment that mercy would prevail.
God’s covenants are everlasting.
God remembers His promises without fail.
Mercy follows judgment.
God binds Himself to His word.
Trust in God’s promises during uncertain times.
Remember that God’s mercy outlasts judgment.
Look for reminders of God’s faithfulness in creation.
Live confidently, knowing God keeps His word.
✨ When God makes a promise, creation itself bears witness to His faithfulness.
📖 “I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures on the earth.” (Genesis 9:15–16, NIV)